1 Chronicles 6:67
1 Chronicles 6:67 in Multiple Translations
They were given Shechem (a city of refuge) with its pasturelands in the hill country of Ephraim, and Gezer,
And they gave unto them, of the cities of refuge, Shechem in mount Ephraim with her suburbs; they gave also Gezer with her suburbs,
And they gave unto them the cities of refuge, Shechem in the hill-country of Ephraim with its suburbs; Gezer also with its suburbs,
And they gave them the town to which men might go in flight and be safe, Shechem in the hill-country of Ephraim with its outskirts, and Gezer with its outskirts,
They were given Shechem, a town of refuge, in the hill country of Ephraim, Gezer,
And they gaue vnto them cities of refuge, Shechem in mount Ephraim, and her suburbes, and Gezer and her suburbes,
and they give to them the cities of refuge, Shechem and its suburbs in the hill-country of Ephraim, and Gezer and its suburbs,
They gave to them the cities of refuge, Shechem in the hill country of Ephraim with its pasture lands and Gezer with its pasture lands,
And they gave to them, of the cities of refuge, Shechem in mount Ephraim with its suburbs; they gave also Gezer with its suburbs,
And they gave the cities of refuge Sichem with its suburbs in mount Ephraim, and Gazer with its suburbs,
They were allotted Shechem, which was one of the cities to which people could flee and be protected if they accidentally killed someone, along with the nearby pastureland in the hills of Ephraim. They were also allotted these towns and pastureland near them: Gezer,
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Study Notes — 1 Chronicles 6:67
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Context — Territories for the Levites
67They were given Shechem (a city of refuge) with its pasturelands in the hill country of Ephraim, and Gezer,
68Jokmeam, Beth-horon, 69Aijalon, and Gath-rimmon, together with their pasturelands.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Joshua 21:21 | they were given Shechem in the hill country of Ephraim (a city of refuge for the manslayer), Gezer, |
| 2 | Genesis 33:18 | After Jacob had come from Paddan-aram, he arrived safely at the city of Shechem in the land of Canaan, and he camped just outside the city. |
| 3 | Genesis 35:4 | So they gave Jacob all their foreign gods and all their earrings, and Jacob buried them under the oak near Shechem. |
| 4 | 1 Kings 9:16 | Pharaoh king of Egypt had attacked and captured Gezer. He had set it on fire, killed the Canaanites who lived in the city, and given it as a dowry to his daughter, Solomon’s wife. |
| 5 | Joshua 16:10 | But they did not drive out the Canaanites who lived in Gezer. So the Canaanites dwell among the Ephraimites to this day, but they are forced laborers. |
| 6 | Joshua 16:3 | Then it descended westward to the border of the Japhletites as far as the border of Lower Beth-horon and on to Gezer, and it ended at the Sea. |
| 7 | Joshua 12:12 | the king of Eglon, one; the king of Gezer, one; |
| 8 | Joshua 20:7 | So they set apart Kedesh in Galilee in the hill country of Naphtali, Shechem in the hill country of Ephraim, and Kiriath-arba (that is, Hebron) in the hill country of Judah. |
1 Chronicles 6:67 Summary
This verse tells us about the cities given to the Kohathites, including Shechem, which was a special city of refuge. The Kohathites were a group of Levites, and they were given these cities to live in and to serve the Lord. Just like the Kohathites, we can trust that God will provide for our needs, as promised in Philippians 4:19, and we can serve Him in our own communities, just as they did in their cities (see Romans 12:4-8). By looking at the way God provided for the Kohathites, we can see His love and care for His people, and be encouraged to trust in His goodness, as seen in Psalm 23:1-4.
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the significance of Shechem being a city of refuge?
Shechem was designated as a city of refuge, where people who had unintentionally committed a crime could flee to avoid punishment, as outlined in Deuteronomy 19:1-13 and Numbers 35:6-34. This provision demonstrated God's mercy and concern for justice.
Why were the Kohathites given cities in the tribe of Ephraim?
The Kohathites, a clan of the Levites, were given cities in the tribe of Ephraim as part of their inheritance, as described in Joshua 21:1-45, to provide for their needs and allow them to serve the Lord.
What is the importance of pasturelands in the Bible?
Pasturelands were essential for the livelihood of the Israelites, providing grazing areas for their livestock, as seen in Genesis 47:6 and Deuteronomy 8:7-10. The inclusion of pasturelands with the cities given to the Kohathites ensured their well-being and prosperity.
How did the allocation of cities to the Kohathites reflect God's plan for the Israelites?
The allocation of cities to the Kohathites demonstrated God's provision and care for His people, as promised in Exodus 19:5-6 and Leviticus 25:23, and ensured the continuation of their priestly and Levitical duties across the various tribes of Israel.
Reflection Questions
- What does the provision of cities of refuge reveal about God's character, and how can I apply this understanding to my own life?
- In what ways can I, like the Kohathites, trust in God's provision and care for my needs, even in uncertain circumstances?
- How does the concept of pasturelands and material provision relate to my spiritual well-being, and what can I learn from the Bible about prioritizing spiritual nourishment?
- What role do I play in serving the Lord and supporting the work of His people, just as the Kohathites did in their assigned cities?
Gill's Exposition on 1 Chronicles 6:67
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 1 Chronicles 6:67
Matthew Poole's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 6:67
Ellicott's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 6:67
Cambridge Bible on 1 Chronicles 6:67
Sermons on 1 Chronicles 6:67
| Sermon | Description | |
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(Genesis) - Part 26 by Zac Poonen | Zac Poonen emphasizes the importance of being in the right place according to God's will, using Jacob's journey to Shechem as a cautionary tale. Jacob settled in Shechem instead of |
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Cities of Refuge by Paris Reidhead | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of being a witness for Christ and leading others to salvation. He compares believers to markers and witnesses, pointing people |